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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T256 GKNMOT history

T256 GKN is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
93,625 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T256 GKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T256 GKN was last recorded at 93,625 miles on 13 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,625 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,625 miles
  • 2025 – 93,608 miles
  • 2022 – 93,193 miles
  • 2020 – 92,336 miles
  • 2019 – 92,099 miles
  • 2018 – 91,867 miles
  • 2017 – 91,591 miles
  • 2016 – 90,571 miles
  • 2015 – 89,155 miles
  • 2014 – 87,267 miles
  • 2013 – 85,458 miles
  • 2012 – 83,423 miles
  • 2011 – 80,213 miles
  • 2010 – 76,733 miles
  • 2009 – 73,395 miles
  • 2008 – 69,603 miles
  • 2007 – 65,196 miles
  • 2006 – 63,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,625 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,625 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    93,625 miles
    Test number
    877242590448
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail93,625 miles (+17)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,625 miles
    Test number
    872486951699
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail93,608 miles (+415)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,608 miles
    Test number
    710031247478
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four corners (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Non obligatory mirror damaged missing
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  4. Pass93,193 miles (+857)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    93,193 miles
    Test number
    211003315554
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all of them (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass92,336 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,336 miles
    Test number
    319389836468
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail92,336 miles (+237)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,336 miles
    Test number
    322383591677
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,099 miles
    Test number
    813108701001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,098 miles (+231)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,098 miles
    Test number
    159998603707
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass91,867 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,867 miles
    Test number
    717578739758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,591 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    91,591 miles
    Test number
    246536740447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,537 miles (+966)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,537 miles
    Test number
    769863732227
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  12. Pass90,571 miles (+1,416)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,571 miles
    Test number
    576562083299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass89,155 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,155 miles
    Test number
    368086995138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail89,155 miles (+1,888)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,155 miles
    Test number
    815076695186
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass87,267 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,267 miles
    Test number
    747517294147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail87,267 miles (+1,809)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,267 miles
    Test number
    325657394147
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass85,458 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,458 miles
    Test number
    927328193105
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail85,457 miles (+2,034)1 dangerous5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,457 miles
    Test number
    668597893197
    • DangerousCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureInner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass83,423 miles (+3,210)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,423 miles
    Test number
    489567942163
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass80,213 miles (+3,480)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,213 miles
    Test number
    967352061157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,733 miles (+3,338)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,733 miles
    Test number
    140654350103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,395 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,395 miles
    Test number
    364717369136
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Fail73,392 miles (+3,789)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,392 miles
    Test number
    890006069129
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass69,603 miles (+4,407)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,603 miles
    Test number
    651275758178
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass65,196 miles (+1,219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    65,196 miles
    Test number
    184530467196
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly pitted.

  26. Pass63,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    63,977 miles
    Test number
    450091536124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T256 GKN

Does T256 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T256 GKN is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T256 GKN?
The MOT on T256 GKN is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T256 GKN done?
T256 GKN was recorded at 93,625 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 1,482 miles a year.
Has T256 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T256 GKN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T256 GKN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T256 GKN find?
T256 GKN passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 10 advisories: fuel tank support straps corroded; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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